Pros And Cons Of Transitioning From Youth To Adulthood

“Helping Youth with Disabilities Embrace Adulthood”

Introduction:
It is evident that transitioning from youth to adulthood can be challenging with or without a disability. The focus of this article is how to embrace the transition from youth to adulthood with a disability. Statistics attest that caregivers are not secluded from this challenging transition and may have rising concerns.

When transitioning into adulthood, one should take into consideration what it means to in fact transition. Transition requires change. Change may refer to an increase or decrease in personal and community supports, in addition to roles and functions in ones life. It is important for individuals with disabilities and families to be more informed and less discouraged. Informed of one’s resources, individual rights, responsibilities, and capabilities.

Transitioning:
Don’t wait until the very last minute! Before transitioning it is important to take into account the pros and cons one may face

In addition, the American with Disabilities Act civil rights law prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public. The purpose of the law is to make sure that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.

The ADA gives civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, transportation, state and local government services, and telecommunications (AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct).”

Monocacy’s Goals for Transitioning